Newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred controversy with his response about visiting the site of a deadly plane crash over the Potomac River in Washington. When asked if he would go to the crash site, where over 60 people died, including two famous Russian figure skaters, he joked, “You want me to go swimming?”
Despite the joking tone, President Trump said he plans to meet with the families of those who lost their lives in this terrible accident. He clarified that he wouldn’t visit the crash site itself, as he believes “the site was the water.”
Social media users reacted strongly, criticizing his seemingly insensitive remarks, especially since 67 people died in this tragic event during his presidency. Some accused him of making light of the situation. Trump has also suggested that the crash is partially due to actions taken by the Joe Biden administration regarding diversity programs.
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